Long Term Substitute for Elementary Social Worker (Job #752)

Our Social Worker Anticipates Being Out On Maternity Leave Nov. 3, 2025 To Feb. 3, 2026. However, The Chosen Candidate Will Be Able To Be Slightly Flexible With The Start And End Dates Of This Anticipated Opening. Purpose

The School Social Worker helps students attain an optimum level of personal and social adjustment. In order to respond to the individual needs and abilities of students, the School Social Worker must work closely with the staff and administration of Sanford Schools.

Qualifications

• Masters of Social Work or Specialist Clinical Social Worker degree from an accredited college/university is required.
• Current and valid license issued by the Behavioral Sciences Regulatory Board on file in the Central Office.
• Commitment to career development and life-long learning.
  
  

Essential Functions

• Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
• Help students attain an optimum level of personal and social adjustment.
• Consult with parents, teachers, administrators, and supporting agencies concerning the needs and abilities of students.
• Ensure that all activities conform to district and cooperative guidelines.
• Communicate effectively with all members of the school district, and community.
• Work effectively with community organizations.
• Appropriately operate all equipment as required.
• React to change productively and handle other tasks as assigned.
• Support the value of an education.
• Support the philosophy and mission of the school district.
• Comply with all district policies, rules and regulations.
• Physical Requirements/Environmental Conditions:
• Requires the ability to sit and/or stand for prolonged periods.
• Occasionally requires the ability to move, lift, carry, pull or push heavy objects or materials.
• Occasionally requires the ability to stoop, bend and reach.
• Requires extensive use of hands.
• Requires the ability to occasionally travel.
• Must work indoors and outdoors year-round.
• Must be able to work in noisy and crowded environments.
• Requires regular attendance and/or physical presence at the job.
  

General Responsibilities

• Assist in the early recognition and prevention of educational problems.
• Monitor student progress and make informed, timely educational decisions.
• Participate as a team member in comprehensive evaluation, review and re-evaluation processes.
• Participate in the development of the student’s Individual Education Plan.
• Consult with students regarding their learning and behavioral support needs and counsel them as necessary.
• Refer students and their families to appropriate community agencies and services.
• Consult with parents, teachers, administrators and other concerning the needs of students and special services that are available.
• Assist teachers in the development and implementation of appropriate classroom behavioral support strategies and social skills instruction.
• Assist with public awareness activities that lead to a better understanding of the needs of exceptional children.
• Make classroom presentations to promote social and emotional wellbeing.
• Assist with the inclusion of exceptional students into the general education classroom.
• Cooperate with agencies serving students and their families.
• Order and maintain an adequate inventory of materials and supplies.
• Maintain appropriate confidential records and provide timely reports
• Keep abreast of new information, innovative ideas, and techniques.
• See that school district policies are observed during all activities.
• Obtain prior approval for all special activities and expenditures.
• Adhere to all district health and safety policies.
• Other duties as assigned by the Director of Special Services which are consistent with the general requirements and qualifications for the position.